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Garrett Howell
Welcome to 13243 Binnacle Way. This Eckert Bayou front beauty encompasses everything you could want in your coastal home.
This picturesque home features a metal roof, beautiful architecture, electric hurricane shutters and a covered stairway to the front door regardless of weather, you’re covered.
Lush landscaping and stone flowerbeds enhance the appeal of this home
Stepping into the foyer you are greeted with wide expanses of glass in the two story living area, hardwood floors and beautiful custom ironwork staircase railings . The foyer console and barstools echo the same design of the staircase railing.
The kitchen has an open modern chic look with stainless counters, glassfront cabinets, views of the nature preserve ponds to the front . . There’s a SubZero fridge, wine cooler, ice maker, downdraft stainless range and a warming drawer.
The chef will enjoy preparing any meal while enjoying the view of the outdoors. The island breakfast bar features glistening glass pendants, an extra sink, granite counter.
Soaring two story living room with wall of windows and clerestory to take in the panoramic views. Elegant custom staircase railing makes a bold architectural statement .
Another view of this beautiful living area where family and friends will be awed by the outdoor vista.
Living, dining and kitchen areas are all enjoy first class views,
A wide screen tv to watch your favorite teams can be hidden when not in use with convenient cabinet doors. There’s an art niche above . A fireplace for those nights when you want the coziness of sitting by the fire.
Open and spacious floor plan perfect for family and guests.
The dining table is set up to seat 8 and has a mirrored wall that reflects and echoes the open water view from the south facing windows.
Simplicity and elegance meet in spacious ambience.
A cozy office off the main living area has a view of the nature preserve ponds on the north and lots of storage. Want privacy ? simply close the door and work uninterrupted while enjoying a view of nature.
The second floor has a view, too!
The primary suite has a tray ceiling, its own fireplace and private balcony to relax, read a book, or just sit back and enjoy the view privately.
Serene and calm primary bath enjoys natural light, two sinks, a soaking tub and separate shower with marble floors and shower walls.
Lovely expansive vanity and dressing area has wonderful natural light . A large closet is adjacent to the vanity area.
This wonderful library is a great place to take a break and relax with a good book or this room could be re-imagined as a bunk room.
Your guests will feel pampered in their suite with their own private balcony and bath.
The ensuite bath features a tub shower combo.
This first floor bedroom with ensuite bath has its own door to the back deck to take in a beautiful sunrise.
Ensuite bath
Party Room! Exercise room, flex room. With a wall of windows and French doors , this room is at ground level . It is not counted in the sf and not insurable. It has electric shutters and a high ceiling.
This powder room is located in the hall just off the main living area . Toto commodes throughout. 
Laundry is a breeze in this expansive laundry room and pantry . Your laundry and pantry will always look organized , cleverly hidden behind large cabinet doors.
Wow! What a view as far as eye can see!
That pool looks inviting!
This is the view you’ll never forget! Every day you’ll feel a sense of awe overlooking vast expanses of water and wetlands , relaxing and awe inspiring
The architecture is best viewed from the south, crisp white railings enhance the beautiful architecture
Plenty of play room in this large yard for 2 and 4 legged friends
You can feel the cool southerly breezes coming across the water.
Imagine family and friend gatherings under this large shaded patio area . The party room could be set up for parties year round overlooking the pool and open water vista.
Newly rebuilt dock and skirting in 2023. TREX dock decking gives you a carefree surface for many years!
Walk out on your deck for early morning or late evening quietness. Enjoy the stillness of nature. Recharge, refresh!
Ahhhhhh! Coastal living at its finest!
Sweeping views as far as the eye can see!
Now hop in that pool for a late evening swim or just relax
This beautiful home is one of a kind!
Ready to enjoy!
Plenty of space for kayaking, paddle boarding, enjoying the great outdoors!
Close to the bay for cruising or fishing
Rare find! Water views both front and back to enjoy
Priceless views!Elegance meets simplicity in coveted Laffites Cove. Greeted at entry by hardwood floors, 2 story ceiling w/wall of windows & clerestory. 180-degree open water view. Kitchen w/ large island, ample storage, dumb waiter, wine cooler, ice maker, Subzero & down draft gas range. Walk-in pantry & laundry are adjacent. Dining open to living rm great for entertaining w/beautiful views. Off living rm is study, guest bedroom ensuite & powder rm. Large primary suite up w/fireplace & balcony overlooking beautiful open water. Primary bath w/double sinks, vanity, soaking tub, separate shower & large walk-in closet. To complete upstairs split plan, library/bunk rm & additional bedroom ensuite. Gameroom down w/glass wall that opens to pool area. Exterior amenities include pool, entertaining space, boat lift, new dock 2023 w/TREX, & garage space. Concrete pilings, 2023 painted exterior trim, 2019 metal roof. Furniture included w/exclusions. Social membership Galveston CC included. All info is per Seller
| District: | Galveston |
| Elementary School: | GISD OPEN ENROLL |
| Middle School: | GISD OPEN ENROLL |
| High School: | Ball High School   Good | |
| Tax Year | Cost/sqft | Market Value | Change | Tax Assessment | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $489.92 | $1,467,800 | -3.83% | $1,467,800 | -3.83% |
| 2022 | $509.43 | $1,526,256 | 14.76% | $1,526,256 | 14.76% |
| 2021 | $443.93 | $1,330,000 | 31.66% | $1,330,000 | 31.66% |
| 2020 | $337.18 | $1,010,200 | 7.39% | $1,010,200 | 7.39% |
| 2019 | $313.97 | $940,650 | 10.08% | $940,650 | 10.08% |
| 2018 | $285.22 | $854,510 | 0.00% | $854,510 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | $285.22 | $854,510 | 0.41% | $854,510 | 0.41% |
| 2016 | $284.05 | $851,020 | -11.35% | $851,020 | -11.35% |
| 2015 | $320.43 | $960,000 | 9.55% | $960,000 | 9.55% |
| 2014 | $292.50 | $876,340 | 9.36% | $876,340 | 9.36% |
| 2013 | $267.47 | $801,330 | 11.37% | $801,330 | 11.37% |
| 2012 | $240.16 | $719,530 | $719,530 |
2023 Galveston County Appraisal District Tax Value |
|
|---|---|
| Market Land Value: | $148,500 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $1,319,300 |
| Total Market Value: | $1,467,800 |
2023 Tax Rates |
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|---|---|
| GALVESTON COUNTY: | 0.3342 % |
| GALVASTON COLLEGE: | 0.1240 % |
| COUNTY ROAD/FLOOD: | 0.0078 % |
| GALVASTON ISD: | 0.8475 % |
| GALVESTON CITY: | 0.4089 % |
| Total Tax Rate: | 1.7223 % |
